Load shedding expected on Friday
Eskom has announced that there is a chance of power cuts on Friday.
Eskom has announced that there is a medium to high risk of load shedding on Friday, as the system is constrained and vulnerable.
“Eskom will communicate later today whether load shedding will be implemented over the weekend. We appreciate your assistance in using electricity sparingly”, according to their Facebook page.
Rekord previously reported:
5 March 08:40
According to Eskom’s Twitter page, there is a medium probability of load shedding on Thursday, dependent on the performance of the power plant.
They continue to urge electricity consumers to switch off any unnecessary appliances.
Rekord previously reported:
4 March 09:43
Eskom has issued a warning that there is a medium risk of load shedding during Wednesday, shifting to a very high probability in the evening.
Eskom spokesperson Khulu Phasiwe, says if any of the generating units break down they might be forced to implement.
Consumers are still urged to switch off any unnecessary use of electrical appliances to avoid power cuts throughout the week.
Rekord previously reported:
3 March 08:40
Unit six at Eskom’s newly-built Medupi Power Station in Limpopo produced power for the first time on Monday.
“The electricity flowing into the grid marks a new beginning,” Eskom Chief Executive Tshediso Matona said in a statement.
Eskom hopes that the newly built Medupi Power Station will bring some stability to the already pressured grid.
No load shedding can be expected for Tuesday thus far, but Eskom remains adamant that consumers should try to use as little power as possible to prevent power cuts at night.
Rekord previously reported:
2 March 08:31
There is a small possibility of load shedding on Monday, according to Eskom’s Twitter page.
Due to the constrained and vulnerable power system, load shedding may be implemented tonight to relieve the pressure. Any unexpected changes may lead to load shedding at short notice.
Eskom urges consumers across South Africa to use power sparingly and to continue switching off any unnecessary electrical appliances.
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